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ATTENTION to ERIK MAAG, SAM PARKER, JEREMY STEINMAN, JAMES ANEMA, ASHER MINTZER, ISAAC HERMAN, ERIK RUBINYI, DANIEL GRAYBOW: YOU GUYS NEED TO PICK A NUMBER AND YOUR SIZE BY TOMORROW AFTERNOON OR I'LL JUST HAVE TO PICK NUMBERS FOR YOU.
Thanks.

Chili's Monday

On Monday, Feb. 1, if you go to Chili's in St. Louis Park and use this coupon with your food purchase (dine in or take out), Chili's will give 10% to Hopkins Ultimate. Share the coupon with your friends and family.
Location: 5245 Wayzata Blvd., St. Louis Park

Need Nationals Deposits from Varsity and Girls Teams

I have received deposits for the Nationals trip to Washington from the following players:
Bronstein
Eckhert
Levitt
Peaslee
Oswald
Petersen
Saltzman

Bhatka
Gollin
Hoffman
Klane
Rassmussen

Parents: Bjerke, Brenden, Eckhert

If you plan to travel with the team, please bring your $100 deposit to practice Sunday night or arrange to get it to me by Feb. 1.

*If we don't get the checks, we will lose these plane tickets and we may not be able to make this trip.

JV Jersey Numbering

ATTENTION to ERIK, SAM PARKER, JEREMY STEINMAN and MICHAEL LIEBERMAN: you guys are going to have to pick new numbers because the ones you picked are already taken, sorry.

If you are on JV and you have not posted what size and number you want, you MUST do it now. I also need JV COACHES sizes and numbers as well.
Thanks

Chicago Invite

Nihal, Danny Golin, Josh, Zach and Wyatt, Sam Bumsted. Eli (?), Jason, and Jake Hoffman are who I have for Chicago. Anyone else, please post ASAP. Thanks, Mimi

St. John's Tournament moved to March

We just received word that the St. John's Tournament has been changed to March 13. That is the first tournament planned for our JV boys.

If you didn't receive the JV schedule via email and you want to have it, put your email address in the comments.

Girls Practice Still ON - Boys Varsity and JV - Practice Canceled Sunday Night

Due to the Purple Fever that has taken over the state of Minnesota, boys varsity and JV practice is canceled tonight, Sunday 1/24, for the Vikings game.

The girls have decided to still have practice. 6:30-8:30 at the NJH fieldhouse. Per Erin, if any of the boys don't care about the football game, they are still welcome to attend practice.

Go Bears!
Mikey K

New Cleats?

If anyone is interested in getting new cleats for the upcoming spring season, Eastbay has a couple good deals going on right now: Free Shipping on orders over $75 and $15 off any order of $99 or more. I would highly suggest getting football cleats over soccer because there is usually more cleats at the bottom of the shoe to help you cut better.

Here's the link: http://www.eastbay.com/

Know that there are plenty of great Nike Cleat options there and remember that we are Hopkins. Stay Wet.

"Youth Ultimate"

Recently "Youthultimate.com" (which is a supporter of the Hopkins Hustle), redesigned their site and you should check it out. It's a great place to get tuned in about youth ultimate from all around the country and to learn about what other teams are up to.
P.S there is a link on the right side of the page for it.

Nationals -Western and Chicago upcoming

The Varsity Boys and Girls teams will be traveling to Western Nationals (May 7-9/Seattle) and Chicago Invite (March 19-21) this year. We have commitments from a core of players and parents.

We will not be sending a HURT team to Atlanta so you need not send a deposit for that trip.

We are still eager to add more players especially for Western Nationals because it will make the teams stronger and the trip more fun. So even if you said no before, you can still send a $100 deposit and we will reserve a plane ticket for you.

Parents and players, you can mail your $100 deposit check made out to Hopkins Ultimate for Nationals anytime before Feb. 1 to 2317 Archers Lane, Minnetonka, MN 55305 or give your check with player name in the memo to Emma Peaslee at practice or at school.

Varsity and Girls 's travel plans

This is our list of players planning to travel for spring tournaments. Thanks to all who responded to our emails. In addition to fund-raising, the club does provide limited travel scholarships to individuals facing financial challenges You can contact Sheri Brenden if you have questions.

Atlanta - Paideia Cup April 16-18 - This is not enough players to field a team. We cannot hold our plane tickets if we don't have a commitment from more varsity players. Send your email response to Mimi Klane (klaneys@msn.com) tonight if you haven't already.
Bumsted
Klane
Leonard
Mekler, W
Mekler, Z.

Seattle - Western Nationals - May 7-9
Boys
Bumsted
Gollin
Klane
Mekler, W
Mekler, Z.
Rasmussen, E.
Sussman, Jack

Girls
Mia
Laurel
Emma
Mara
Jenna
Sarah
Haley
Emily

Parents - Sheri Brenden, Phil Eckhert, Colleen Bjerke, Mim Klane

We have a block of non-stop Seattle plane tickets on Northwest ($333) Departure May 7, 2:30 p.m. Return May 10 1:25 a.m. (redeye) We are not yet locked into putting the deposit so Varsity, girls and parents can still get in on the trip (and we want you too.)

If you have questions or concerns, please call me 952-593-5956.

Boys Varsity Practice - Tuesday 1/19 5:15 PM at Williston

Fellas -

The varsity team has practice on Tuesday at Williston from 5:15-7 PM.

See you there.

Mikey K

Girls Work Outs (that's right it's that time..)

Hey girlies,

We are going to start team work outs again. So, it's finals this week and we don't need more stress but next Tuesday, the 26th, we will be meeting at lindbergh and Jeanine will go through our work out plans with us. So, meet there. Looove you all

Travel Plans - Varsity and Girls must repond by 1/18

Mimi Klane and Judy Saltzman sent emails to varsity and girls' team members and their parents regarding deposits for upcoming tournaments. We need an email response by Monday (1/18) to hold the plane tickets. Please respond. If you or your parents did not receive the email about the Varsity and Girls Spring Tournament schedule, please post your email address in the comments.

MLK TOURNEY PARTICIPANTS!!!!!!

The final participation fee for each player in the MLK Tourney is $80. This includes: entry fee, coaches' per diem, hotel AND gas money for the cars transporting our athletes. PLEASE... give your check, made out to "Hopkins Ultimate," to Coach Mikey when you meet to leave for the tourney. You must have your check to go on the trip.

Each driver will receive $20 per athlete transported as reimbursement for gas costs to and from Dululth. Checks will be mailed to the drivers as soon as Sheri is notified of the transportation arrangements.

****PARENTS**** Hopkins Ultimate has hotel rooms reserved for athletes and coaches attending the MLK Tourney at the Comfort Suites Canal Park in Duluth. We were able to get a rate of $99+ taxes for the night. Parents -- if you are attending the tourney and wish to stay at the same hotel, be sure to mention "Hopkins Ultimate" and you, too, will be given the $99 rate. Reservations can be made by calling the hotel directly at 218-727-1378. The hotel is located right down by the aerial lift bridge, and the rate includes breakfast on Monday morning. ***

GO HOPKINS ULTIMATE!

Any questions, please call John Dailey at 612-508-6965.

Thanks,
John

Hello players, their wonderful families and the Hopkins community,

We wanted to thank you all for your participation in our most recent fundraiser, Davanni's. With all of your help we have successfully raised $208.37! This a fantastic addition to our fundraising goals. Thank you, again! We, really couldn't have done it without you.

Our next fundraiser is at Chillis on Monday February 1st. There will be more on this later. Mark it on your calendar.

MLK Tourney in Duluth Information

Hey Guys -

Below is the information about our tourney in Duluth this weekend. As our captain's meeting is at 3:30 PM on Sunday, let's meet at 11:45 AM at Lindbergh and we'll stop for lunch on the way (most likely Tobie's).

The total cost per player is still being calculated with hotels and everything. This information will be updated here as soon as it is finalized. Players will need to bring a check made out to "Hopkins Ultimate" to Lindbergh on Sunday before we leave. Our per player cost last year was $80.

Gas costs will be split amongst each car, so please bring some cash for that. Also bring some money for lunch Sunday afternoon, dinner on Sunday night and lunch/snacks for the way home Monday.

Depending on how we finish on Sunday, we'l either be playing early Monday morning or Monday afternoon. The blog and our new Twitter (@hopkinsultimate) will be updated with results.

Things you should bring:
WHITE (not gray) SHIRT.
BLACK (not gray) SHIRT.
A disc WITH YOUR NAME ON IT.
Athletic shorts and socks .
Indoor shoes (tennis, cross trainers, basketball, etc.) - this is a hard surface.
Anything else you'd need for playing ultimate.
Some snacks for during the games if you want. There should be some food and water provided, but don't count on a great spread.

Questions? Call me or one of your captains.

Mikey K

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Late Pool: Captain's meeting is at 3:30, Sunday afternoon

Northern Lights
Gustavus
Mankato Y
Hopkins

4:05 - 5:20: Northern Lights vs. Mankato Y ----- Gustavus vs. Hopkins

5:30 - 6:45: Northern Lights vs. Hopkins ----- Gustavus vs. Mankato Y

6:55 - 8:10: Northern Lights vs. Gustavus ----- Mankato Y vs. Hopkins


The 3 and 4 seeds from each pool will play Monday morning, and the 1 and 2 seeds from each pool will play on Monday afternoon.

If you have any questions or comments, feel free to email me jacob959@d.umn.edu, or you can call me at 651-331-0860

The tournament is also on the UPA website: http://www.upa.org/scores/tourn.cgi?div=18&id=7184. Scores will not be reported.

Duluth Update - It's a Go!

Hey Varsity Boys -

Our trip to Duluth is a go!

Here is the list of players who are attending:

1 Ethan
2 Joshy K
3 Eli
4 Bonesaw
5 Carl
6 Gollin
7 Y Mek
8 Sussman
9 Evan Fish
10 Cousins
11 Special Alumni Guest Grewe

Last year this tourney cost $80 per player, assume around that for this year too. John Dailey is working hard to line up our accomodations, and that information will be passed along as soon as possible.

Regarding gameplay, I don't know the exact schedule yet, but that will be posted as soon as I know. Regardless, we are going to drive up on Sunday 1/17 from Lindbergh to the fieldhouse, play Sunday afternoon and evening, then stay the night at a hotel in town. Play will continue Monday morning (MLK Day) and wrap up around 3:30 PM at the latest. Kids should be back to Lindbergh by around 6 or 7 PM on Monday evening, if not earlier.

This is an indoor tournament, played on a hard surface similar to our North Jr High fieldhouse. It is 5 on 5. Bring gym shoes as well as a WHITE (not gray) shirt, a BLACK shirt, and some changes of socks, etc. Our hotel should have a pool, so if you are inclined for that feel free to bring a swim suit.

If you are on this list and your status has changed, please call me ASAP to let me know.

Mike
774-4-LAYOUT
(yes, this is really my phone number)

Duluth

If you can go to Duluth next weekend then please post here!

Wow! Great turnout for Cub!

What an awesome turnout on short notice for our Cub fundraiser. We had at least 25 baggers on hand today representing all three teams. Results: $543

Thank you to all the players and parents who squeezed this into their family calendar this weekend. (Thanks to you too, Mikey, for taking a shift.) The Cub manager was amazed that we could assemble such a good group with less than 24 hours notice. We will be on his list if another cancellation occurs.

Thanks to Judy Saltzman for lining up this gig. And hats off to Emma and Haley who worked hard Friday to organize the shifts and recruit players to fill the day.

CUB FOODS BAGGING! SIGN UP HERE

WE GOT A CUB FOODS FUNDRAISING SHIFT FOR TOMORROW (SATURDAY JANUARY 9).

THERE ARE 3 SHIFTS TO CHOOSE FROM. WRITE YOUR NAME AND THE SHIFT YOU WANT. VARSITY, JV AND GIRLS ARE ALL EXPECTED TO HELP.

THIS IS WHAT PAYS FOR TOURNAMENTS! PLEASE VOLUNTEER. (the cub address is 4801 Hwy 101, Minnetonka) Wear a jersey or we will have Ultimate t-shirts on hand.

12:00-2:00

2:00-4:00

4:00-6:00

Correction to Jeanine's Address

I live at 3544 France Ave South, St. Louis Park MN 55416. (The girls get together post originally had the wrong address, but it is correct now.) Call me if you get lost 952-486-0892. My house is sort of tricky to find. It is immediately after the gas station. Everyone always goes past it the first time.

Fundraiser Night at Davanni's!

Come join us for our fundraiser at Davanni's on Highway 7 on Monday January 11th from 4-8pm! Twenty percent of all proceeds go to Hopkins Ultimate.

You must have the flyer so we get credit for your purchase. I am unable to attach it to this part of the blog. A link to the printable coupon can be found above the calandar just to the right of this post.

Please tell your friends and family and give them a handout! The more people that come, the more money we will make.

Who could say no to pizza?

See you there!

Sunday Indoor Practice - North Jr High

Our first Sunday indoor practice of the season is this Sunday, 1/10, from 6:30-8:30 PM at North Jr. High.

Plan on our main practices being Sunday nights for the majority of the winter season.

Please be there laced up and ready to go by 6:30.

This practice is for all teams, Varsity, JV, and Girls.

Please give me a call (via Google Voice - on right) if you have any questions.

Thanks,
Mikey K

Girl's get together!!!!!!

HEY GIRLS--

We are finally having a girls hangout.

It's at 12:30 at Jeanine's house on Saturday January 9th.

Jeanine's address:

3544 France Avenue South, St. Louis Park, MN 55416

-Bring board games and maybe a snack

Post on the blog if you can make it!!!!

Varsity Practice - Williston - Tuesday 1/5

Varsity Boys-

Our first practice of the winter season is tomorrow night, Tuesday 1/5, at Williston. Practice starts at 5:15 and ends at 7 PM.

Mike

JV Jersey Size and Number

If you are on Boys JV team then post your jersey size and number please.
Numbers that are already taken: 0,4,6,8,11,12,14,20,23,24,28,33,41,51,75,81,84,88